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Retrospect Definition & Meaning

retrospect
noun
  1. contemplation of things past; "in retrospect"
verb
  1. look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember; "she reviewed her achievements with pride"

"Retrospect" in song lyrics

See how retrospect is used in real songs:

  • "Yo, before you respect you best to retrospect"
    Da Monstar Mob f/ Huesane, Scientific — Blue Apples
  • "I think about it all in retrospect"
    Hell Razah f/ Darnell McClain, Timbo King — Heaven on Earth
  • "When I inject memory cell motors retrospect"
    Herbaliser f/ What What — The Blend

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Frequently asked questions

What does retrospect mean?
contemplation of things past; "in retrospect" look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember; "she reviewed her achievements with pride"
What part of speech is retrospect?
Retrospect is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does retrospect have?
Retrospect has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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